This facility is just awful. No sense of urgency, no call back from management when requested, lack of communication, caretakers are often rude and get annoyed when you ask questions, they outsource transportation services which results in missed appointments. Follow up care appointments are crucial to some of these patients and the facility just doesn't care. If you truly care for your loved one, stay far away from this facility.
Nursing home
Optima Care Harborview
178-198 Ogden Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07307, Hudson County
Optima Care Harborview is a licensed long-term care facility set along Ogden Avenue in Jersey City, New Jersey. The building houses up to 180 licensed beds and provides a structured, supportive setting for Hudson County seniors needing around-the-clock medical attention or post-hospital recovery. Both private and semi-private rooms are available, offering clean and secure accommodations designed for safety and daily comfort.
Care is tailored for people needing everything from short stays to ongoing, years-long support. The clinical team handles 24-hour skilled nursing, memory care, and specialized medical therapies including IV treatment, tracheostomy management, wound care, and cardiac recovery. Physical, occupational, and speech therapists work on site to help residents regain mobility, adapt to daily activities, manage pain, and improve communication.
Daily life gives residents plenty of opportunities to stay engaged and connected. The recreation schedule features activities like bingo nights, arts and crafts, yoga, tai chi, horticulture, and computer classes. Residents can also gather for coffee and tea socials, pizza parties, live musical performances, pet therapy sessions, and community holiday celebrations.
Supportive services cover everyday practical needs so residents can concentrate on recovery and rest. The community provides laundry services, concierge support, on-site beauty care, and pastoral visits. Nutritious meals and snacks are served daily, and staff coordinates scheduled transportation for medical appointments and community outings.
The home is well suited for older adults coping with chronic illnesses, cognitive decline from conditions like dementia, or recovering from events like strokes and orthopedic surgeries. Situated in the Jersey City Heights neighborhood, families have easy access to the location across Hudson County and surrounding transit connections. Payments are accepted through Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay options.
Pricing
What care costs in this area.
What nursing home care costs in this area
$12,775 a month
That is the New Jersey median for a semi-private nursing home room, not this community's price. This community's actual rate depends on room type and care level. Ask us for this month's real numbers.
Source: CareScout 2025 Cost of Care Survey, published March 2026. Figures verified September 2026.
Medicare ratings
Overall
3 out of 5
Health inspections
2 out of 5
Quality measures
5 out of 5
Staffing
2 out of 5
From Medicare Care Compare, updated 8/1/2026.
Staffing
- Nurse time per resident, per day
- 3.0 hours
- NJ average 3.9 hours
- Registered nurse time per resident, per day
- 0.8 hours
- NJ average 0.7 hours
- Nurse time per resident on weekends
- 2.8 hours
- Nursing staff turnover (per year)
- 100%
- NJ average 39%
- Registered nurse turnover (per year)
- 100%
- Administrators who left in the past year
- 1
Source: Medicare (CMS), updated monthly, last updated 8/1/2026. See it on Medicare Care Compare
Care services provided
Nursing home
- 24-hour nursing care and nursing aides
- 24-hour physician availability
- Memory care program
- Short-term rehabilitation
- Long-term nursing care
- Stroke rehabilitation
- Cardiac rehabilitation
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Pulmonary rehabilitation for COPD
- Tracheostomy care
- Wound care
- IV therapy and treatment
- LifeVest care
- Respite care
- Hospice and palliative care
- Veterans care
- Assistance with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, toileting, transferring, eating)
- Medication management
Amenities
Living spaces
- Private rooms
- Semi-private rooms
- Clean and secure environment
Activities and outings
- Arts and crafts
- Bingo night
- Birthday and holiday celebrations
- Coffee and tea socials
- Computer classes
- Horticulture
- Live entertainment
- Pet therapy
- Pizza parties
- Religious services
- Special events and performances
- Yoga and tai chi
- Zumba classes
- Scheduled outings
Wellness and care
- Therapeutic recreation
- Physical therapy
- Occupational therapy
- Speech therapy
- Pastoral services
Services
- Concierge services
- Beauty services
- Laundry service
- Transportation for medical appointments
Dining
- Nutritious meals and snacks
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Reviews
Reviews on Google
4.2165 reviews on Google
I was a patient here on two separate occasions for rehabilitation purposes. I can honestly say that this facility deserves ABOVE 5 stars! The nurses and CNA’s are awesome! The food is excellent and the rehabilitation department is amazing! The front office is exceptional (Chief Nurse, Admissions-Alex and Meg, Social workers). Would highly recommend this SNF for anyone who needs rehabilitation.
I visited a loved one here and found the home to be neat, clean, and welcoming. The staff were warm and engaged with the residents, which was wonderful to see. It is clear that the people here are cared for with dignity and kindness.
This is such an exceptional, compassionate, well organized CLEAN facility! I couldn’t ask for a better facility caring for honestly any family member! Everyone is so nice and attentive, my dad is always helped quickly and most importantly with love. The dietary staff is amazing and the food is always delicious, the perfect temperature and my dad is always satisfied he/we absolutely love the assistant director of the kitchen Cari, she is truly a sweetheart with the upmost compassion. Thank you overall for everything, this facility and team are definitely unmatched!
This is by far the best nursing home I’ve ever been to. The care here is truly exceptional — the staff go above and beyond every single day. You can tell they really love what they do and take pride in treating each resident like family. The administrator is incredible — always friendly, approachable, and deeply involved in making sure everything runs smoothly. You can see the difference that kind of leadership makes in the positive energy throughout the building.The facility itself is beautiful, spotless, and so well cared for. It’s a warm and welcoming environment that instantly makes you feel at home
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Location
178-198 Ogden Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07307
License
- License number
- 060905
- NPI
- 1326795410 NPI Registry
- Licensed as
- Long Term Care Facility
- License valid to
- 03/31/2027
- Licensed capacity
- 180 long term care beds
- Payment accepted
- Medicaid, Medicare, Private pay
Checked against the New Jersey Department of Health record on 11/9/2026.
Ownership
Who owns this community, as listed on the state licence.
- Owner on the licence
- OPTIMA CARE JERSEY CITY, LLC
Frequently asked questions
What room options are available at Optima Care Harborview?+
The facility is licensed for 180 long-term care beds. Accommodations include both private and semi-private rooms arranged in a secure environment.
Does Optima Care Harborview offer specialized memory care?+
Yes, the community provides a dedicated memory care program with 24-hour monitoring, medication oversight, and specially trained staff. Care is tailored to individuals navigating Alzheimer's disease, dementia, and other progressive cognitive disorders.
What rehabilitation and medical services are provided?+
Services include short-term rehabilitation, stroke and cardiac therapy, pulmonary care for COPD, tracheostomy care, wound management, and IV therapy. On-site physical, occupational, and speech therapists work alongside 24-hour nursing teams to assist with recovery and daily tasks.
What types of activities are offered to residents?+
Residents can participate in yoga, tai chi, bingo, zumba, computer classes, horticulture, and arts and crafts. The community also organizes pet therapy, pizza parties, tea socials, live entertainment, and religious services.
What payment options does the facility accept?+
Optima Care Harborview accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private payment options for resident care. Families can reach out directly to verify specific coverage details.
Is transportation provided for doctor visits?+
Yes, the staff coordinates transportation for outside medical appointments as well as organized group outings. Concierge, laundry, and on-site beauty services are also available to support daily needs.
